© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
1 Jiao Pattern; "Fat Man dollar" type; silver; with L.G.
3 (1914) year| Silver | 2.70 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1912-1949) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 3 (1914) |
| Calendar | Chinese republican |
| Value | 1 Jiao (0.1) |
| Currency | Yuan (1912-1948) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.70 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#240961 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Two Chinese ideograms within wreath with more above.
Script: Chinese
Lettering:
圓一當枚十每
壹
角
Translation:
10 pieces for 1 Yuan
1 Jiao
Engraver: Luigi Giorgi
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Jiao (1914) coin is that it features a unique design of a standing Mao Zedong, which was not commonly seen on Chinese coins at that time. This design was known as the "Fat Man dollar" type, and it was only used on a few coins during the Republic of China era. Additionally, the coin is made of silver, which adds to its rarity and value among collectors.
